Instruction Manual Kleensweep KS 32 R (6400.40) Introduction Preface We would like to point out, explicitly, Intended use Dear Customer, that you cannot base any legal claims The Kleensweep KS 32 R is a Sweeper We are certain that the excellent quali- on the information contained in this designed for industrial/ commercial use ties of the vehicle will justify the faith manual. Please note that only original and serves to clean up dry and wet re- you have shown in us through your pur- spare parts should be used for any nec- fuse from indoor and outdoor areas chase. essary maintenance and repair work. such as production plants, warehouses, Please read the Chapter "Safety Infor- Only original spare parts can guarantee car parks, parking blocks, pedestrian mation" prior to starting the vehicle to long, reliable operation of your ma- precincts, market squares, railway sta- ensure it is operated and used safely. chine. Subject to modification as re- tions and filling stations. The Kleen- Your safety, and that of others, basical- quired by technical advancement. sweep KS 32 R can clean all types of ly lies in your ability to control and oper- industrial floors, concrete, asphalt and ate the vehicle. Before using the Valid as of: June 2012 tar, paving and interlocking stone pav- equipment for the first time, read this ing. It is not permitted to drive the ma- original manual thoroughly, act accord- Minuteman International Inc. chine on public roads for motor traffic. ing to the information contained and 111 South Rohlwing Road Any use beyond this is regarded as im- keep it in a safe place for future refer- ADDISON, II. 60101-4244 proper use. The manufacturer is not ence or subsequent owners. The oper- U.S.A. considered liable for any damage re- ating manual contains all the most sulting from improper use; the user is important information regarding opera- solely responsible for all the risks. tion, maintenance and service. Intended use also includes maintaining Throughout this operating manual, sec- and observing the operating, mainte- tions which concern safety are indicat- nance and repair conditions prescribed ed by corresponding warning symbols. by the manufacturer. Should you have any questions in re- The Kleensweep KS 32 R may only be spect of the vehicle or operating manu- operated, serviced and repaired by per- al, your authorized Minuteman dealer is sonnel who are familiar with the work in- available to provide help at any time. volved and are aware of the risks. It is essential to observe the applicable ac- cident prevention regulations as well as any other generally accepted industrial 2 Introduction health and safety directives. Notes on warranty Acceptance of the machine The terms defined in the purchase Inspect the vehicle immediately on de- agreement apply. Claims for compen- livery for signs of transport damage. sation related to damage are excluded Replacement will be made when the from the terms of warranty when the damage is confirmed by the carrier im- damage is the result of failure to ob- mediately and the damage report is serve regulations concerning service sent to us together with the consign- and maintenance. Maintenance work ment note. must be performed by authorized Min- uteman service centers and confirmed in the “Maintenance Report” which serves as a warranty logbook. The following are excluded from the terms of warranty: wear and tear through overuse, defective fuses, im- proper handling and use or unauthor- ized modifications. Claims under the terms of warranty are also annulled when damage occurs to the vehicle re- sulting from the use of parts or accesso- ries not explicitly approved by us or from failure to observe maintenance regulations. 3 Introduction Disposal of the machine Render the machine inoperable. It must not represent a potential source of dan- ger for children. Dispose of the machine according to the applicable local regulations. For fur- ther information on handling and recy- cling, please contact your authorized Minuteman dealer where you pur- chased the machine. Used batteries with the recycling sym- bol contain reusable commodities. However, the heavy metals contained also represent a major risk to human health and to the environment. Never open or damage batteries. Never touch, inhale or swallow the content matter of batteries. Health hazard! Do not allow batteries to pollute the environment. There is a risk of contaminating the ground and water! In accordance with the symbol with the crossed out bin, these batteries must not be disposed of in domestic waste. Return and recycling of old batteries must be agreed on with the authorized Minuteman dealer in ac- cordance with national requirements. 4 Table of Contents Preface . 2 3.2 Before starting up 5.4.4 Setting the battery type . 50 Intended use. 2 for the first time. 28 5.5 Side brooms . 51 Notes on warranty . 3 3.2.1 Initial instruction . 28 5.5.1 Changing the side brooms . 52 Acceptance of the machine . 3 3.2.2 Initial battery charge . 28 5.5.2 Setting the Disposal of the machine . 4 3.3 Adjusting the driver's seat . 29 sweeping pattern . 52 3.4 Switching the vehicle on. 30 5.6 Cylindrical broom . 53 1 Safety Information . 6 3.5 Stopping and switching off 5.6.1 Cleaning the broom space . 54 1.1 Safety and warning symbols . 6 the vehicle . 31 5.6.2 Setting the 1.2 General information . 7 3.6 Sweeping operation . 32 sweeping pattern . 54 1.3 Operating information. 7 3.7 Charging batteries . 34 5.6.3 Changing the 1.4 Maintenance information . 9 3.8 Operating the cylindrical broom . 55 1.5 Particular risks . 10 shaking device . 36 5.6.4 Changing the sealing strips 1.6 Environmental protection . 11 3.9 Emptying the dirt hoppers . 37 in the broom space. 56 1.7 Labels on the vehicle . 12 3.10 Fault location . 38 5.6.5 Changing the seals on the 3.11 Loading and transporting . 39 dirt hoppers . 57 2 Operation . 16 5.7 Vacuuming dust . 58 2.1 Overview . 16 4 Technical Data . 40 5.7.1 Shaking the panel air filter . 59 2.2 Function description . 17 5.7.2 Checking the panel air filter 2.2.1 Special equipment . 18 5 Maintenance and Service . 42 and seal . 59 2.2.2 Spare part requirements. 18 5.1 Minuteman system 5.7.3 Cleaning the panel air filter. 59 2.3 Operating panel . 19 maintenance. 42 5.8 Drive belt . 60 2.4 Operating elements 5.2 Maintenance report . 43 5.8.1 Changing the drive belt . 60 on the vehicle . 22 5.3 Maintenance plan . 44 5.9 Electrical installation. 61 5.4 Battery system . 48 5.9.1 Fuses . 61 3 Operation . 27 5.4.1 Removing the batteries . 49 5.9.2 Relays . 61 3.1 Unpacking . 27 5.4.2 Inserting the batteries. 49 5.4.3 Battery care . 49 5 Safety Information 1 Safety Information 1.1 Safety and warning symbols All sections related to personal safety, safety of the vehicle and environmental protection are assigned the following symbols throughout the operating man- ual: Symbol Risks to Definition Safety information persons Safety information on preventing hazardous situations or property caused by failure to follow instructions or prescribed working procedures accurately or at all. Note the machine Important information on handling the machine in order to maintain its functionality. Ecological hazard the environment Ecological hazard through the use of substances which represent a potential risk to health and the environment. 6 Safety Information 1.2 General information • If the equipment is sold or rented out, • Before starting up the vehicle for the • In addition to the information provid- these documents should be trans- first time, the battery to be used must ed in this operating manual, all the ferred to the new owner/ operator. be fully charged according to the legally applicable health and safety The transfer should be confirmed! prescribed initial battery charge pro- provisions must be observed. • The warning labels attached to the cess. Minuteman assumes no liabili- • Before starting up the vehicle for the equipment provide important infor- ty for damage to batteries resulting first time, read the operating manual mation concerning safe operation. from failing to complete the initial supplied with it thoroughly as well as Labels which are illegible or missing battery charge process. any separate manuals provided with must be replaced. • The vehicle and its equipment must additional or attachment equipment • Original spare parts must be used to be checked in terms of perfect work- and observe all the information dur- ensure safety. ing condition and operational safety ing work. • It is forbidden to move into the haz- before being put to use. Clear any • The machine may only be operated, ard area represented by the vehicle. faults immediately! The vehicle must serviced and repaired by personnel • A mobile phone may only be used not be used if it is not in a proper trained by Minuteman technical ex- when the vehicle has been stopped. working condition. perts. • Before putting the vehicle into opera- 1.3 Operating information • Particular attention should be paid to tion, adjust the driver's seat so that • The vehicle is not suitable for clear- the information regarding safety. you have a perfect view of the front ing up fluids, dust or substances Technical expertise is the key to pre- and rear path of travel and working which are hazardous to health, in- venting errors when operating the area! flammable or explosive. No burning equipment and ensuring trouble-free • For safety reasons, the driver's seat items may be swept up, such as operation.